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www.nytimes.com
4 weeks ago
Coronavirus

New Mutations Identified in Bird Flu Virus

The bird flu virus in dairy farms is acquiring mutations potentially aiding cross-species spreading and reducing drug susceptibility, increasing the risk of human transmission. [ more ]
www.npr.org
2 months ago
Health

In a pandemic milestone, the NIH ends guidance on COVID treatment

COVID-19 treatments like Paxlovid and antiviral infusions have proven effective in keeping patients out of the hospital.
The NIH's COVID-19 Treatment Guidelines, viewed over 50 million times, have guided healthcare professionals worldwide in caring for COVID-19 patients. [ more ]
time.com
4 months ago
Health

COVID-19 Antiviral Drugs Promise Speedier Recoveries. But They're Not Available in the U.S.

Antiviral drugs that treat mild-to-moderate cases of COVID-19 are available overseas but not yet approved for use in the U.S.
A study showed that simnotrelvir, an antiviral drug available in China, shortened the recovery time for young, vaccinated individuals with COVID-19. [ more ]
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